VVS Laxman praises Virat Kohli's fitness and role model status at CoE
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 10:35 AM
Last updated Aug 9, 2026
VVS Laxman, head of the BCCI's Centre of Excellence, recognized Virat Kohli as an exemplary professional influencing young cricketers. He highlighted Kohli's elite fitness standards, emphasizing his plant-based diet and dedication to training focused on mobility. Laxman stated that Kohli's relentless pursuit of excellence makes him a strong role model for aspiring cricketers. Kohli's transformation began during India's 2011 tour of Australia, where he committed to improving his fitness. This ongoing dedication has made him a subject of admiration among peers and future talents alike.
- •VVS Laxman lauds Kohli's professionalism at BCCI CoE
- •Kohli follows a mostly plant-based diet
- •Training focuses on mobility over raw strength
- •Kohli's fitness journey began in 2011 during Australia tour
- •Laxman notes Kohli's high standards inspire young players
- 4:03 PMYahoo Sports — VVS Laxman hails Virat Kohli as a 'great role model', praises his professionalism and high standards
- 10:35 AMYahoo Sports — 'No doubt he is a role model!': VVS Laxman opens up on Virat Kohli's elite fitness standards & his impact on youngsters at CoE
"VVS Laxman praised Virat Kohli for being a model of professionalism and integrity in the cricketing world. Kohli has not only set high standards but consistently meets them, showcasing an impressive record of more than 28,000 international runs, including multiple centuries. His remarkable performance across various formats cements his status as one of the game’s greatest batsmen.
"VVS Laxman called Virat Kohli an exemplary professional, praising his elite fitness standards and role model impact on youngsters at the BCCI CoE.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 9, 2026, 4:03 PMVVS Laxman hails Virat Kohli as a 'great role model', praises his professionalism and high standards
VVS Laxman praised Virat Kohli for being a model of professionalism and integrity in the cricketing world. Kohli has not only set high standards but consistently meets them, showcasing an impressive record of more than 28,000 international runs, including multiple centuries. His remarkable performance across various formats cements his status as one of the game’s greatest batsmen.
- Yahoo SportsAug 9, 2026, 10:35 AM'No doubt he is a role model!': VVS Laxman opens up on Virat Kohli's elite fitness standards & his impact on youngsters at CoE
VVS Laxman called Virat Kohli an exemplary professional, praising his elite fitness standards and role model impact on youngsters at the BCCI CoE.
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